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What makes this moment significant is not just the violence, but the transformation in ties. Once seen as a key supporter, Pakistan now finds itself in open friction with Afghan authorities - signaling a shift from strategic alignment to direct confrontation.
As the Middle East crisis escalates, global attention turns to energy security and international diplomacy. The Russia – India – China framework emerges as a crucial platform for consultation, demonstrating how trilateral cooperation among Eurasian powers can help manage conflicts, stabilize markets, and strengthen a balanced, multipolar global system.
The Middle East stands at a dangerous crossroads. From the Red Sea to the Strait of Hormuz, strategic chokepoints are under pressure as Roaring Land and Epic Fury collide. With global trade and energy flows at risk, diplomacy has never been more urgent.
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While global attention focuses on military conflicts, U.S.-led tariffs, sanctions, and strategic interventions since 2021…
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In a significant step toward deepening bilateral engagement, Vice-President of Guyana Bharrat Jagdeo called on the Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan at Uprashtrapati Bhavan today. The high-level meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of both nations to strengthen cooperation across a wide spectrum of sectors.
Every escalation between Washington and Tehran, whether it involves military action rumours or threats to shipping channels, has resulted in spikes in oil prices that put pressure on India's budget, raise inflation, and make managing gasoline subsidies more difficult.
The Government of India welcomes a 12-member Egyptian youth delegation visiting India from 26 November to 3 December 2025 under the India–Egypt Bilateral Youth Exchange Programme.
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Energy infrastructure projects such as cross-border pipelines are becoming essential instruments of regional diplomacy, enabling…
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In a move signaling growing economic engagement, India is exploring expanded investment opportunities in Egypt following high-level talks between Egyptian Deputy Prime Minister Hussein Issa and Indian Ambassador to Cairo…
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, arrived in Tokyo on Wednesday for a two-day official visit aimed at deepening economic ties between India's most populous state and Japan. The…
Romania is emerging as one of Europe’s most dynamic wind-energy markets, and recent developments show that the country is entering a new phase of large-scale renewable expansion. For Indian wind-energy…
Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health and Population of Egypt, received his Indian counterpart, Jagat Prakash Nadda, Minister of Health, Chemicals, and Fertilizers, to enhance…
In a move set to redefine South–South economic cooperation, India and Brazil have agreed to significantly broaden their existing trade framework under the MERCOSUR bloc, aiming to unlock new opportunities…
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Rising geopolitical tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran are intensifying the air quality crisis across West and South Asia. Beyond health and agriculture, the crisis is reshaping global…
Sustainability in global trade is a core determinant of competitiveness, risk management, and long-term value creation, which earlier may have been simply classified as a peripheral ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance)…
Dr. Manal Awad, Minister of Local Development and Environment, received Shri Kirtivardan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs, Environment, Forests, and Climate Change of the Republic of India, to…
Speaking at the ‘Environment, COP-30 and Global Health’ session during the BRICS Summit in Brazil, Prime Minister Modi expressed appreciation for the leadership of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da…
Climate Asia successfully concluded its 4th Annual Conference, Mitti Ki Baatein (Stories from the Ground), on Earth Day in New Delhi. The event drew over 150 participants, including grassroots leaders,…
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In the evolving landscape of global agri-trade, tea remains one of Africa’s most enduring and culturally significant exports. Among the companies redefining Africa’s premium tea presence on the world stage…
Digital Transformation of Africa’s Agricultural Sector: Need to have Challenges understood, Priorities drawn and Strategies worked out, in the era of globalization and digitalised economy
Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, Chairperson of the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation and former Deputy Director-General at the World Health Organization (WHO), on Thursday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his unwavering…
Digital transformation of Namibia’s Agri-Food Sector: Unlocking potential, empowering smallholders, and creating jobs for rural youth, synergizing STAS 2025 and Digital Namibia Strategy 2021through AgriTech Startups in Rural Areas
Shri Chouhan extended his gratitude to ICAR on behalf of the 800 million Indians who rely on the public distribution system, as well as the international community that depends on…
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In the serene landscapes of Thimphu, India and Bhutan took another decisive step in their decades-long partnership this week. During a high-level bilateral meeting, both nations agreed to enhance cooperation…
Union Minister of Power Manohar Lal on Monday inaugurated the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Regulatory Affairs in the Power Sector at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, calling…
The global climate crisis and the urgent need for a clean energy transition have reshaped the foundations of international diplomacy. In this new paradigm, strategic alliances are increasingly forged not…
India and Nepal have taken another decisive step in strengthening their fast-growing energy partnership. The two neighbours signed agreements this week to build two major cross-border power transmission lines, marking…
Between January and July 2025, Indian companies invested approximately US$ 33 billion across global markets, averaging about US$ 4.7 billion each month.
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India-Thailand Commences Joint Military Exercise MAITREE 2019
Exercise MAITREE, the annual bilateral joint exercise between Indian Army (IA) and Royal Thailand Army (RTA) commenced on September 16, 2019 at the Foreign Training Node (FTN), Umroi, Meghalaya. The aim of exercise is joint training of troops in counter terrorism operations in both jungle terrain and urban scenario. Exercise MAITREE-2019 has been the face […]
Modi welcomes US President’s Participation in Indian Community Program
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressed delight at the news of President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump, joining the special community program, ‘Howdy Modi’, in Houston, Texas on September 22. Prime Minister said that US President’s participation signifies the special friendship between India and the US. Terming President Trump’s participation in the event […]
New Jersey Governor on India Visit, Meets PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Phillip D. Murphy, Governor of the State of New Jersey in the United States of America on September 16. This is Murphy’s first visit to India in his current official capacity. Governor Murphy is visiting Agra, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad apart from Delhi. Prime Minister Modi welcomed the Governor’s desire […]
Switzerland-India partnership is a special one: President Kovind
Switzerland-India partnership is a special one. Economic engagement along with innovation and science and technology has been its key drivers.
Hope to double India-Poland trade within few years: Poland Minister
Noting that this year marks the 65th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between India and Poland, the Deputy Foreign Minister of Poland, H. E. Marcin Przydacz has said that India Poland trade has been growing but has potential. He hoped that it can be doubled in the next few years. Recalling the deep emotional ties […]
India Seeks Switzerland’s Support to Enhance Global Efforts to Defeat Terrorism
The President of India, Ram Nath Kovind, along with Ueli Maurer, the President of the Swiss Confederation, addressed the Federal Council of Switzerland in Berne on September 13, 2019. The Federal Council is the highest executive authority in Switzerland. It comprises seven members, who are elected by the Federal Assembly. In his address, President Kovind […]
Govt is willing to increase ASI protected monuments in Ladakh to 3-fold: Tourism Minister
Minister of State for Culture & Tourism (Independent charge), Shri Prahlad Singh Patel said on September 5, 2019 said that the Ministry is willing to increase the monuments, under Archeological Survey of India (ASI) protection in Ladakh, to double or triple fold. “There are several many unknown yet important monuments available in Leh and Kargil […]
India, Russia sign several pacts during PM Modi’s visit to Vladivostok
India and Russia have signed several agreements and memorandum of understanding (MoUs) during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trip to Vladivostok on September 4-5, 2019. These pacts outline a roadmap to increase bilateral trade and measures to utilise the untapped potential in economic partnership between the countries. The MoUs/agreements signed were: Agreement between the Government of […]
Govt will give full support to Ladakh for promoting quality tourism: Tourism Minister
Union Minister of State for Culture and Tourism (Independent Charge) Prahlad Singh Patel said on September 3, 2019 that the Government will provide full support to Ladakh regarding development of tourism in the newly announced Union Territory (UT). He said that central government has arrived at the doorstep of Ladakh to fulfil the dreams of […]
